Havana Club 3 Year Old Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum vs Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Havana Club 3 Year Old Anejo Rum Single Modernist RumOld Perth Peaty Blended Malt
DistilleryHavana ClubOld Perth
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£23.25£28.94
Rating5.00/5

Havana Club 3 Year Old Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Havana Club 3 Year Old Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Havana Club 3 Year Old Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum is better value at £23 vs £29.

For beginners: Havana Club 3 Year Old Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Havana Club 3 Year Old Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£23.25 vs £28.94)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£28.94 vs £23.25)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Havana?

Havana Club 3 Year Old Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Old?

Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Havana Club 3 Year Old Anejo Rum Single Modernist Rum

VanillaHoneyCooked Fruit

Only Old Perth Peaty Blended Malt

SmokeyOily

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